Photo And Video Production Specialist

Since 1852 Smith & Wesson has empowered Americans with the freedom, equality, and security promised by the Declaration of Independence and guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. It is this sense of safety and security that frees us to pursue our goals and dreams, define our future, and fulfill the promise of America.

Benefits:

• Service Awards
• Investment 401K Plan & Profit Sharing
• Disability Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Employee Product Discounts
• Paid Vacation, Holidays & Winter Shutdown
• Health, Dental & Vision

Location:

Maryville, TN

Scope of Job - The Photo and Video Production Specialist will work with the creative team and internal clients to schedule and plan productions as well as produce photo/video shoots, film/take photos for use in television commercials, trade show video loops, social media posts, catalog/print materials, social media, and marketing campaigns.

Education and Experience:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred in Marketing, Fine Arts or other related field
• Knowledge of firearms operation and safety is strongly preferred.
• Manage time effectively, ability to multi-task and meet converging deadlines
• Detail-oriented individual who reviews his/her work carefully
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaborate with a team
• Fly a commercial drone for video/photo capture, and possess a commercial drone pilot's license
• A minimum of 5 years professional photography and videography/editing is required
• Ability to comprehend and uphold brand style guidelines is necessary

Essential Software:

• DaVinci Resolve
• Mac systems
• Adobe After Effects
• Microsoft Word/Excel
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop/Lightroom)

Competencies and Skills:

• Excellent project management and organization skills: self-directed and capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple projects and adhering to tight and demanding deadlines
• Must have excellent interpersonal, writing skills and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate and engage with others
• Ability to make evaluative judgments
• Commitment to Company values
• Creativity and a positive attitude
• Ability to analyze and communicate results to a variety of audiences
• Must be a team player that works well with others

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Edit live-action and motion graphics footage to create promotional videos.
• Capture engaging photos & video for a diverse array of platforms, social media, television, trade shows and various other internal uses.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to share perspectives and ideas.
• Studio/Product and Location photography experience, as well as retouching/post-processing experience strongly preferred.
• Manage 360 photo software.
• Involved in every aspect of production, from planning to shooting to editing to delivery
• Assist in selecting appropriate audio and visual styles for the project.
• Write scripts that tell a story, or convey a mood, through the use of video, audio and still imagery.
• Work with creative and communications teams to understand project scope and objectives.
• Research, finding inspiration from similar brands or niches, preparing storyboards and shot list, writing voiceovers and scripts and gathering assets.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to complete tasks on time.
• Create product photography ability to form new concepts for each product shoot.
• Film and stream live video.
• Candidates must have experience with project management to schedule and track projects independently.
• Aid in the production of, on and off-site, live video events

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. The duties and responsibilities listed above may be changed or supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Must either have currently, or the ability to quickly obtain, concealed carry licenses for MA, CT and UT.

Physical Demands:

• Extended time in sitting position, prolong use of computer.
• Must be comfortable working around firearms
• Ability to travel
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
• Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, squat and walk

NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment and Personal Protective Equipment:

Within any of our facilities, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, continuous exposure to hot temperatures, may be humid, odors, dust, continuous exposure to mechanical hazards, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.

The following Personal Protective Equipment is required:

• Safety glasses with side shields and hearing protection required when on manufacturing floor

The use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

Revised on:

7/28/2023